This is a Christian email group that can help you face those feelings of burnout.

If you are feeling burned out or need encouragement, this forum is for you. Share your struggles and get help, ideas, and support from those who have walked in your shoes.

How much are supplies for unschooling? It ranges somewhere between nothing and everything--the whole budget. Once a family starts to consider everything educational, even groceries and cleaning supplies are educational. For beginners, though, part of the trick is working on the definition of "educational."

This newsletter aims to help you provide your children with a high quality homeschooling education at the lowest possible cost.

This article explains why formal homeschooling is often not the best choice for your very young child. Avoid burnout by enjoying the process of learning and living.

Robin Bray shares the story of innovation and creativity in approaching homeschooling burn out, and how these creative ideas led to the creation of a co-op.

Do the math: Home schooling is cheaper than private school, but can cost more than you think. There are ways to cut the price.

Dawn Davis talks about her own experience attending homeschooling conferences and how they can recharge you and help prevent burn-out. She also discusses the benefits of teens attending conferences.

The Dollar Stretcher is a website with lots of money saving and frugal living information. They offer tips and suggestions for making the most of your budget. You can also sign up for their free money saving newsletters.

One of the basic housekeeping rules is to keep it simple. Roxanna Ward shares some simple tips for getting housework done without the hassle.

Every September, millions of kids across the country sling a backpack over their shoulders and head out to catch the bus for school. While these children are sitting in a classroom or waiting in the lunch line, an estimated two million kids are learning from their comfort of their home, according to the National Home Education Research Institute. Homeschooling is a great way for parents to bond with their children while taking a more active role in their education. But one of the challenges of homeschooling is trying to keep costs down. Even without spending money on loads of school-based expenses, the costs of homeschooling can quickly add up. It’s easy to spend a lot on things like school supplies, curriculum materials, books, craft supplies, field trips, and activities if you’re not keeping an eye on the bottom line. Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned pro, keeping your budget in check is crucial for every homeschooling parent. This article details how to save money on supplies, curriculum, and field trips.

Website full of ideas to cut costs while homeschooling without sacrificing a high quality of education. Includes information on saving money, home educator discounts, ideas for funding college, and more. They also sponsor a forum to discuss your frugal ideas.

When parents are considering homeschooling, they need to count the cost because there are many expenses to consider when contemplating educating their children. The costs are not just financial, but also emotional and physical.

Yes, there is one downside to homeschooling. Does it happen to everyone? Are some moms more prone to burnout than others? How can you cope, and more importantly, how can you prevent it? To find out, Isabel Shaw asked her team of experts—dozens of homeschooling moms—if they experience burnout, and how they deal with it. Their answers may surprise you.

Most parents believe educating their children is an expensive proposition. According to The Homeschooling Book of Answers, public schools spend nearly $7,000 per pupil per year. What if you were told there were families providing an excellent education for their homeschooled child for $50 per year? And even for those who splurge on a few beautiful books occasionally, they can easily manage to keep their total expenses under $200 a year. Sound impossible? Here's how.